Madhumita Guchhait
Volume-XIV, Issue-I, October 2025
Volume-XIV, Issue-I, October 2025 | ||
Received: 12.10.2025 | Accepted: 22.10.2025 | |||
Published Online: 31.10.2025 | Page No: 140-146 | |||
DOI: 10.64031/pratidhwanitheecho.vol.14.issue.01W.042 | ||||
बौद्धदर्शनस्य नीतिशास्त्रं च सामाजिकपरिप्रेक्ष्यः Madhumita Guchhait, Former-Student, Dept. of Sanskrit, Vidyasagar University, West Bengal, India | |
Buddhist ethics are fundamentally grounded in moral discipline, compassion, equality, and non-violence, aiming to guide both individual conduct and collective well-being. At its core lies the Five Precepts (Pañcaśīla) non-violence, truthfulness, abstention from theft, sexual restraint, and avoidance of intoxicants. These principles cultivate moral responsibility, fostering harmony within both personal and social spheres. Complementing these is the Noble Eightfold Path, which integrates morality (sīla), wisdom (paññā), and meditation (samādhi). This holistic path not only leads an individual toward inner peace but also nurtures sustainable social harmony. In essence, Buddhist ethics transcend mere religious ritual; they represent a human-centered moral framework relevant to diverse social contexts. The doctrine of Dependent Origination (Paṭiccasamuppāda) further emphasizes the interconnectedness of all life and the mutual dependence between humans and nature. This insight has profound implications for environmental protection, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable development. In the face of contemporary challenges such as inequality, violence, environmental degradation, and moral decline, Buddhist ethical principles emerge as a viable guide for creating a just and peaceful world. Buddhist thought rises above religious sectarianism, upholding values of equality, tolerance, and human rights-ideals that align closely with modern democratic principles. Its application in education, social policymaking, and international relations can significantly contribute to fostering global peace and cooperation. Ultimately, the ancient wisdom of Buddhist ethics remains deeply relevant in modern times. It offers a universal moral pathway that extends from the self to society and from society to the wider world, encouraging personal transformation and collective moral advancement. In a rapidly changing world, the principles of compassion, non-violence, interdependence, and equality provide both a philosophical foundation and a practical guide for addressing global crises while building a more harmonious and sustainable future. | |
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